I’ve seen a lot of arguing around this ideological rift and it’s time to set the record straight.
FACT. Tom Baker was the best doctor.
Anyone who says otherwise is either gravely misinformed or perhaps just unfamiliar with the man.
- Starred in more episodes than any other doctor.
- Acted more like an alien than any of the other actors. In general he was able to balance serious and silly extremely deftly in a way that no other doctor has come close to.
- His hat was cooler than any fez ever hoped to be, and his scarf was legendary. Contrary to popular belief bow ties are NOT cool, adorkable, sure. But cool? Never.
- His era of Who was the most atmospheric and has the best (worst) foam rubber monsters.
- His hair is the most similar to mine. Just look at those curls… LOOK AT EM!!
- Jelly Babies. Nuff said.
I do concede that it’s not fair to compare “New Who” to “Who Classic” they’re practically two different shows.
That being said, he was clearly the best doctor of the original run, and if I had to pick a favorite from the new series it would be Tennant, but honestly I’m not sure how much of that is due to his relationship with Rose. Smith was aiight I guess, but Karen Gillan is what I liked best about those episodes.
Here is some photographic evidence to prove my case.
Exhibit A.
Exhibit B.
Exhibit C.
Exhibit D.
I rest my case.